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Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Hotel with 24-hour fitness, near Paseo Nuevo Mall

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ADA King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk - Hotel Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara)
Experience the charm of Hotel Santa Barbara, a haven near Stearns Wharf. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services or get moving at the 24-hour gym. With free bicycle rentals and helpful staff, this hotel offers convenience and relaxation.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$199 nightly
The total price is $227
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Premier Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premier Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Historic Queen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Historic Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

King Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 256 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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ADA King Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 214 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

ADA King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 214 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard 2 Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard 2 Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exterior
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  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,810 reviews
$158 nightly
The price is $181
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Paseo Nuevo Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Historical Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lobero Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 47 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 8 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 13 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Craft Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cruisery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Institution Ale Company - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santa Barbara

At Hotel Santa Barbara, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Harbor. A 24-hour fitness center and free bike rentals are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and central location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite valet parking (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service

What to do

  • Private winery tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1926
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

Parking

  • Uncovered valet parking costs USD 30 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara Hotel
Hotel Santa Barbara Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Santa Barbara offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Santa Barbara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 30 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Hotel Santa Barbara and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Hotel Santa Barbara also has a 24-hour fitness center.

What's the area around Hotel Santa Barbara like?

Hotel Santa Barbara is in Downtown Santa Barbara, a short 8-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 17 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers say the local area is very walkable perfect for shopping.

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Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property's location offers easy access to a variety of excellent restaurants and dining options. (24 reviews)
  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, making it a prime spot in downtown. (18 reviews)
  • The property is extremely dog friendly with welcoming staff, no pet fee, and providing complimentary amenities for pets. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room Great staff Awesome location
Diana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is beautiful- the staff is awesome
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean, and easy access.
Stephany, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was amazing. Only problem was elevator takes waaay to long and valet was so expensive.
Stephanie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a beautiful hotel at a perfect location. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the rooms were spotless! We will be back!
Ellen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stuff was extremely friendly and helpful. Hotel was very nice.
Justin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. Super comfortable pillows and bed. Friendly staff and great location. We walked everywhere.
Stephanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous hotel. Beautiful style, unique. Loved everything about it and it’s staff as well ‼️
Gorgeous hotel
Old world charm 1926
Candace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about the place was great. Lovely location, facility, rooms and service. Only gripe was the open style shower, too cold.
JEFF, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was lovely! It was very clean and the staff were very attentive. It is located right off State St. and nearby local shops; it was great for walks. The hotel has a bar and the bartenders were amazing!
Stephanee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is wonderful! I stayed here for a wedding in the area and will definitely be back. The location is excellent, room was nice even though it was pretty small. The bar in the lobby even had some great wine options!
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel has been renovated and it is fantastic. Great location!
Dow, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Room was beautiful and clean and quiet. Staff was super friendly and helpful. I loved it and will definitely return. Already planning my next mini vacation.
Francesca, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was extremely clean and the staff was nice. My husband liked the bar in the lobby and the whole hotel has been remodeled inside. The only complaint for the 4 star review was the tv in the room was on the side wall so if you're laying in the bed, it made it difficult to watch.
Denise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Newly updated. Eco friendly with an ice/water station on each floor rather than individual plastic water bottles. Nice dark rooms. Comfortable bed and bedding.
Carrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place
Rosy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and Ron was very comfortable and clean
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location and staff were excellent and made my wife’s birthday special.
CHARLES, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel itself is so beautiful. Perfect spot to stay at with many amenities within walking distance. Staff was amazing and informative. Would definitely stay there again.
Terry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

All good. Wish the common areas were a bit more up leveled (they are very sparse, carpet is poor). In the room, the bathroom slider door lends itself to being a petri-dish based on having hands all over the door to make it open/close.
Carol, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff was great but the walls and doors are very thin. You can hear everything going on in the hallway all night and morning. And hear everyone above and around you. Not great. Or relaxing.
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great option close to a variety of restaurants

The location is excellent, with lots to do in walking distance. The bed was super comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Kerri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Located in great neighborhood
Chandrashekar, 5-night trip